A1NounFeminine
la salute
cheers / health
/sah-LOO-teh/
Plural: saluti
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What does ‘salute’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Salute! Alziamo i bicchieri per il nuovo anno.
Cheers! We raise our glasses for the new year.
Salute è anche quello che si dice quando qualcuno starnutisce.
'Salute' is also what you say when someone sneezes.
About This Word
Salute doubles as 'bless you' after a sneeze and 'cheers' when clinking glasses. In formal settings, 'alla vostra salute' (to your health) is used. Eye contact when toasting is considered good manners.
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